any recommended guides

[malcyd]

Anybody recommend a DSLR guide, how to best use functions,white balance,digital filters, etc.

Always had point and shoot since digital cameras came out, now got a half descent camera and want to get the most out of it.

[[wingnut]]

RTFM first then go out and play, adjust settings, shoot, review and see what happens. No book will tell you that on a sunny day use f/16 1/250 sec, it's all about trial and error. But I'm guessing you want to know when you adjust the shutter speed what effect does this have and so..?
My local waterstones is very good for books on photography and the family have brought me several over the years at christmas and birthdays. One I never got brought but hear is very good is Langfords Starting Photography.

Hope that helps.